Horatio Alger Association of Distinguished Americans Inc
Grantmaking foundation in Alexandria, Virginia · EIN 13-1669975
- Virginia
- Alexandria
- Philanthropy, Voluntarism and Grantmaking Foundations
- Philanthropy, Voluntarism and Grantmaking Foundations in Virginia
- Total giving
- $12MTax year 2024
- Total assets
- $40MLatest reported
- Latest IRS filing
- 2024Form 990 / 990-PF
Mission
THE PRIMARY EXEMPT PURPOSE OF THE ASSOCIATION IS TWO FOLD: (1) TO PROVIDE SCHOLARSHIP ASSISTANCE TO HELP PROMISING HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS (WHO FIT THE HORATIO ALGER PROFILE) ATTEND COLLEGE, AND (2) TO SPREAD THE MESSAGE THAT AMERICA'S FREE ENTERPRISE SYSTEM PROVIDES THE GREATEST OPPORTUNITIES IN THE WORLD FOR PERSONAL ACHIEVEMENT AND SUCCESS.
Giving by year
Totals by tax year, rounded to two significant figures. Years without a reported total show the sum of grants itemized on the filing.
Top recipients
| Recipient | Amount | Tax year |
|---|---|---|
| Metropolitan Community College | $250K | 2022 |
| The Scholarship Foundation of St Louis | $130K | 2022 |
Amounts are rounded. The full grantee list is available with a free account.
Website: www.horatioalger.com
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Source: IRS Form 990 and 990-PF filings, tax year 2024. Also see this organization on ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer.